From micro bangs to curtain bangs, bangs are one of the most popular ways to add interesting points to your hairstyle. In your search for fringe bangs inspiration, you may have come across the latest hair trend, which is the bottleneck bangs hairstyle. What you may not know is that bottleneck bangs have quickly replaced curtain bangs as the current fringe trend. Dear fashion professors here is the most comprehensive guide to bottleneck bangs in history, you mustn't miss it.

What are bottleneck bangs?

Bottleneck bangs are a fashionable fringe style that is somewhere between a full fringe and a curtain bang. They are not cut horizontally, but fall at an angle, forming an inverted V shape for the face. Because they are short in the middle and grow longer as they move to the sides, bottleneck bangs create an incredibly flattering silhouette that suits a variety of facial features and shapes.

Bottleneck bangs are a fashionable fringe style that is somewhere between a full fringe and a curtain bang.

Want to know the difference between bottleneck bangs and curtain bangs? Similar to curtain bangs, bottleneck bangs are flowing, lash-modifying bangs about 1 to 2 inches long, with sloping, face-framing sections on each side. However, bottleneck bangs resemble the shape and slope of a bottleneck in that they start short at the top and gradually become longer, curving around the eye and cheek lines.

How to cut bottleneck bangs on different hair types?

If you want to get this ultra-fashionable style, in this section, I'll give you step-by-step instructions on how to get the perfect bottleneck bangs hairstyle.
Before cutting bottleneck bangs, you need three tools, which are a hair scissor, a comb, and a headband.

bottleneck bangs have quickly replaced curtain bangs as the current fringe trend

1. Part your hair

From the top of the head to the sides, use a comb to remove some hair, brush them to the front and secure them with a headband. Then, brush the rest of your hair back and pull it together into a ponytail. Once your hair is in place, remove the headband that holds your bangs in place and brush your hair to the front so it falls directly onto your face. At this point, you should be left with a triangular shape, with the highest peak directly in the middle of your head.

2. Cut the middle bangs

Check your bangs to make sure you have no problem with the amount of hair you contain and the way it falls. If you think all is okay, start cutting your hair at the middle length. In general, the center of a bottleneck bang falls right under your eyebrows.
For straight and wavy hair, pull the hair tight with one hand and make tiny, even cuts with the other until the middle section is only a little longer than you want. Check your bangs to make sure you have no problem with the amount of hair you contain and the way it falls
When cutting curly hair, let the curls hang down as usual, and try not to disturb your natural curling pattern while cutting. To be honest, i suggest you ask someone who has worked with curly hair to cut your bottleneck bangs. Only in this way can you ensure that your bottleneck bangs appear the way you envision them.
When cutting your hair, make sure your bangs are a little longer than you ultimately want. In this way, you'll have a safety net if you change your mind later, and you can always go back and cut your bangs short at the end.

3. Cut the bangs off the sides

After cutting the middle section, return to the center of your bangs. Start with the right or left section and tilt your scissors down as you begin to cut the left and right sides. Remember, you want your bangs to be shorter in the middle and much longer on the sides.
Try to create a gradual slope so that your bangs aren't too blunt or rough. Continue cutting until you reach your desired length, then repeat the process on the other side.

4. Decorate your bottleneck bangs

Once you're satisfied with your hairstyle, run your fingers through your bottleneck bangs, pull them to the sides and check for missing hairs. You can also apply hair products to make your bottleneck bangs more perfect.

Decorate your bottleneck bangs

Bottleneck bangs pros and cons

Every coin has two sides, and although bottleneck bangs are a great option for some people, they are not for everyone, in this part, you need to learn about the pros and cons of bottleneck bangs.

1. Pros

There's a reason bottleneck bangs are the first choice for many women. Here are some advantages to getting a bottleneck bang. Firstly, bottleneck bangs are relatively inexpensive to maintain compared to other types of bangs, and it works well with a variety of hairstyles, giving them a high degree of versatility. No matter whether you are dark or light skin, you have round and diamond face shapes and bottleneck bangs look best for everyone. This style of bangs is universally flattering and applies to almost all face shapes and features. Even if your bangs start to grow out, they'll still look great. It makes you look younger. Bottleneck bangs are a trend and can even become a topic.

Even if your bangs start to grow out, they'll still look great. It makes you look younger. Bottleneck bangs are a trend and can even become a topic

2. Cons

Bottleneck bangs can cause acne flare-ups because the hair brushes into your skin. On the other hand, you may have to heat style your bangs, but it will damage your hair or wig. Last but not least, because bangs produce oil faster than other parts of your head, you must wash them more often.

3 unique bottleneck bangs ideas

1. Voluminous bottleneck split bangs

If you really want to get the signature bottleneck bangs hairstyle, you'll need a lot of volumes and a bit of a swooping shape on each side. The slight curvature of the bangs keeps them from lying flat on the forehead, a look that is flattering to all face shapes. You can get more texture by adding layers to get closer to an edgy look. Styling with a little body oil can help you highlight fluffy, uneven textures.

2. Off-center bottleneck fringe

This version was full of volume and a little off-center to flatter the square shape of the model's face. With a lot of open space between sections, this slightly longer length won't obscure your pretty eyes or cause you to constantly pull your bangs away from your face.

3. Short and sweet bottleneck bangs

This kind of bottleneck bangs hairstyle is a little short, so the longest part of the bangs is right at the top of the cheekbones. If your cheekbones are one of your favorite features to show off, this is the perfect length! This will also help keep your bangs unaffected. If you don't like long bangs, this will also help keep them off your eyes.
Although bangs aren't for everyone, bottleneck bangs are one of the most universally flattering types of bangs. If you decide to do it, I wish you the best of luck!